Volvo Trucks Fuel watch competition is part of Volvo Trucks efforts to educate drivers, fleet managers, customers and other stakeholders on the importance of the good driving practices to improve fuel efficiency, reduce cost and increase profitability. Fuel efficiency is the most critical aspect of profitability in mining transport and we at Volvo Trucks are committed to improving customer’s overall profitability from our vehicles, while encouraging safe driving practices &care for environment through reduction in emissions. The competition highlights the importance of good, safe driving practices and promotes thorough understanding of the latest technologies of high performance tippers, to achieve the best man and machine performance. Fuel watch competition promotes both economic and environmental advantages of the good driving practices and brings out a positive spirit among Volvo tipper drivers.
“Fuel efficiency and vehicle productivity are critical aspects of truck mining operations. We are the undisputed leader in this market, thanks to our world class technology and our focus on the combined performance of man and machine together.” said Mr. Philippe Divry Sr. Vice President AB Volvo & VECV Board member. He further said “Volvo Trucks is the first CV manufacturer to set up a Driver Training Center in India to make good drivers better in demanding applications”.
Mr Vinod Aggarwal, CEO VECV said “At Volvo Trucks, we give special emphasis to superior driving skills because it plays an important role in achieving better fuel efficiency and increased profitability”. He further added “Fuel reduction is vital; both for cost saving and lowering environmental impact. Fuel savings means CO2 reduction, thus environment and economy go hand in hand.”
Mr R Satyanarayana from BGR Mining & Infra Pvt. Ltd. was adjudged the winner, followed by Mr. J Sampath Raju from SV Engineering Constructions who was adjudged was 1st Runner-up, and Mr. Sudharshan Dhal from Montecarlo Limited was adjudged 2nd Runner-up. The competition is the ultimate test for Volvo Tipper drivers to bring out the best in driving practices under tough off-road conditions and achieve highest fuel efficiency. The winning driver achieved a remarkable XX% higher fuel efficiency compared to the driver with lowest fuel efficiency in the competition.
